Welcome
I am Joshua Goodman, a dynamic and multifaceted professional musician and instructor. I offer a broad range of music indusrty services focused on:
• Sound Mixing • Live Performance • Songwriting • Theory, Harmony, Counterpoint Instruction • Vocal Coaching • Production & Engineering • Transcription • Recording & Artist Collaboration • Music Producer • Arranging • Composition • Orchestration
As an instructor
I work with students from beginner to advanced performance levels. I prepare individual lesson plans for each student according to their ability My overall approach is to design a curriculum with a focus on proper technique and theory. I strive to create a comfortable environment to maximize learning capability while introducing students to diverse music styles.
As a Composer, Arranger, Producer
I compose, arrange, and record original scores for film and symphony orchestras. I work with performers and producers to achieve desired sound, tone, and musical style. I have extensive knowledge of various musical genres and all production aspects ranging from planning recording sessions to the finished product. I am proficient in MIDI sequencing, sound mixing, and editing.
As a Performer
Over the past 25 years, I have toured jazz clubs throughout Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong, Italy, France, Switzerland, Toronto, and New York City. I often collaborate, rehearse, and perform original compositions with a diverse group of musicians, including the band, The Jazz Descendants.
I am a member of classical Vocal Jazz Quartet and the Josh Goodman Quartet (Brandi Disterheft, bass; Sylvia Cuenca drums, and Christopher McBride, saxophone). I also perform pop, gospel, funk, and original songs.